West Nile fever

West Nile influenza fever is an infectious disease caused by a virus of the flavirus group of the phytovirus family. In 2017, this type of influenza caused an epidemic in several countries in West and Central Africa and parts of Europe. Approximately 654 people died from it. This virus is transmitted through the bites of Culex mosquitoes. If you are bitten by an infected mosquito, your chance of contracting West Nile fever is about 30 percent, but may be lower depending on climate, intensity of mosquito infestation and location of infection. The most common symptoms of this infection include high fever, body aches, headache, swollen lymph nodes, and impaired consciousness. Disease



West Nile fever (WNF) is an acute viral illness that causes weakness, fatigue, muscle aches and headaches in people. Over a period of days or weeks, these symptoms may progress to fever, often accompanied by a body rash and conjunctivitis. WNV usually begins suddenly, usually after being bitten by mosquitoes or fleas that are infected with the virus. The virus can also be transmitted through contact with contaminated body fluids, such as kissing or sharing objects.

West Nile virus is spread through blood, which means it can cause serious health effects in humans. The most dangerous